Protecting Outdoor Workers From Hazards Associated With Wildfire Smoke.

abstract：:This study investigated whether factors related to bodily contact between health care workers and patients were associated with patient-initiated violence. This cross-sectional study surveyed 496 Danish health care workers measuring patient-initiated violence, use of assistive devices, body mass index, physical exerti...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Pihl-Thingvad J,Brandt LPA,Andersen LL

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was undertaken to evaluate an education program to prevent low back pain among nurses. This interventional study used a one-group, pretest/posttest design and was conducted in four hospitals in Bolu, Turkey. Nurses' knowledge was assessed before and after training; 60 nurses were evaluated while performing ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Karahan A,Bayraktar N

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Work environments are continuously changing with the introduction of new technologies, substances and work processes, changes in the structure of the workforce and labor market, and new forms of employment and work organization. New work situations bring both risks and challenges for workers and employers, which, in t...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Wandzich DE,Płaza GA

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Occupational and environmental health nurses should educate workers about healthy lifestyle choices such as proper nutrition and exercise to prevent osteoporosis and reduce the risk of fractures. ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Randolph SA

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. (AAOHN) conducted a web-based membership survey of 2123 members (41% response rate) in May and June 2012. This column presents educational, certification, and selected industry data for registered nurse and advanced practice nurse AAOHN members. Members are ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Burgel BJ,Kennerly S

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Students with special health care needs (SHCNs) and individualized education plans (IEPs) may be injured more often in vocational, career, and technical education (CTE) programs. No research to date considers personal protective equipment (PPE) use among students with SHCNs in school-based programs reporting injuries ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Rubenstein E,Shendell D,Eggert BC,Marcella SW

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wind technology jobs present uncertainties for worker health. More investigation is needed to ensure the safety of employees working on wind farms. ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Moynihan MJ

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine working conditions for children working at industry descriptive study was conducted between May and June 2010 and included 249 workers 18 years at a Kahramanmaras industry site. Study data demonstrated that 33.3% of the children were 18 working in a mechanics store, 82.3% wer...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Arkan G,Sohbet R

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, safe patient handling in the health care industry has been addressed by various stakeholders, but much work remains to reduce health care worker injuries, and improve safety and care quality for patients. Recently, safe patient handling in ambulatory care settings has gained attention. As health care ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Fragala G

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Little is known about how nursing assistants (NAs) perceive the nature of their work and how their work contributes to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). This qualitative study addressed these gaps. Twenty-four NAs with WMSDs working in four nursing homes participated in semistructured focus group intervi...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Ching SSY,Szeto G,Lai GKB,Lai XB,Chan YT,Cheung K

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Wellness champion networks are deemed an important component to workplace wellness programs. By encouraging colleagues to engage in healthy behaviors, champions can help improve employee health and well-being outcomes, while reducing healthcare costs and increasing productivity. However, little evidence exis...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Mitchell L,Amaya M,Battista L,Melnyk B,Andridge R,Kaye G

更新日期：2020-11-11 00:00:00

abstract：:A qualitative pilot study was conducted in Baltimore City with the aim of documenting specific occupational safety challenges of small-scale urban retailers, or "corner store" owners. Semistructured interviews with a small sample ( n = 4) revealed significant challenges for owners and workers, and revealed potential a...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Ceryes CA,Flamm L,Fitzgerald S

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study measured the daytime sleepiness (DS) and work safety of fathers during the first 12 weeks of their babies' lives (i.e., early fatherhood). A questionnaire was developed using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), the Safety Behaviour at Work Scale, a self-reported sleep history, and a work-related incident hi...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Mellor G,Van Vorst S

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article provides a brief overview of the effect of economic globalization on Asia, presents occupational health issues from select countries, and discusses challenges and opportunities for occupational health nurses. ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Cheung K,Ishihara I,Lai GK,June KJ

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Occupational health nurses are the largest group of occupational health professionals, and are critical to the delivery of quality health care services to the nation's work force. Educational preparation of occupational health nurses has advanced in recent years, and the need for occupational health nurses with advanc...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： McCullagh MC

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article, the second in a two-part series, reviews and examines the components of clinical nutrition. In Part 2, the authors discuss nutritional components of fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water. A resource guide is provided for the occupational health nurse to assist in the implementation of employee ed...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Chikotas N,Toothaker R

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the United States, there are more than 120,000 nail salons in which workers could be potentially exposed to a number of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) used in various procedures. Measuring workers exposure in the field is time-consuming and could be very expensive. The purpose of this study was to estimate the V...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Heaton T,Hurst LK,Amiri A,Lungu CT,Oh J

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preventable injuries kill thousands of the world's population every day and injure millions each year. Road traffic crashes and opioid drug misuse are major causes of these injuries. Increased efforts are needed to promote strong policies, develop new prevention strategies, and protect workers from these global public...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Phillips JA

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a highly prevalent sleep disorder contributing to worker absenteeism, decline in productivity, and employer costs. Identification of workers at risk for RLS can contribute to improved worker sleep, safety, and quality of life. ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： McCullagh MC

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to assess the relationship between psychosocial factors at work and multi-site musculoskeletal pain among patient care workers. In a survey of 1,572 workers from two hospitals, occupational psychosocial factors and health outcomes of workers with single and multi-site pain were evaluated usin...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Sembajwe G,Tveito TH,Hopcia K,Kenwood C,O'Day ET,Stoddard AM,Dennerlein JT,Hashimoto D,Sorensen G

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obesity affects individuals physically and emotionally, contributing to direct and indirect employer costs. Targeted obesity interventions through the Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Core Curriculum offered at the worksite could promote healthy lifestyle decisions resulting in weight improvement among overweight...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Giese KK,Cook PF

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Occupational exposure to the solvent 1-Bromopropane (1-BP) used in degreasing, dry cleaning, spray adhesives, and aerosol solvents has been linked to neurological illnesses. ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Chalupka S

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Occupational health nursing has evolved since the late 19th century and, with the inclusion of advanced practice nursing, has become essential to the health and safety of workers. A key component of the knowledge required of advanced practice occupational health nurses is an understanding of what it means for workers ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Combs B,Heaton K

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to identify whether certain cognitive factors, such as irrational beliefs and anger rumination, affect nurses' anger expression styles. A total of 335 nurses employed at four tertiary hospitals in Korea completed surveys between July 29 and September 25, 2015. The surveys included Shortened G...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Ham EM,You MJ

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An idle body can harbor an idle mind that often brews something appalling in emptiness. Refreshing one's mind during Down-Time (Me-Time) with "harmless" activities is a must whether at home or at the workplace. ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Gupta D,Restum A,McKelvey G

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships among hiding emotions, psychological well-being, and presenteeism for South Korean interactive service workers. This study is a secondary analysis of data extracted from the 2011 Korean Working Conditions Survey (KWCS), a longitudinal study conducted by the Ko...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Lee B

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This pilot project aimed to improve depression symptoms and quality-of-life measures for individuals in a worksite disease management program. Two hundred forty-three individuals were invited to participate, out of which 69 enrolled. The participants had a history of diabetes, hypertension, or hyperlipidemia, and demo...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Jensen E,Dumas BP,Edlund BJ

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Evidence has consistently revealed international travelers are increasing in numbers every year as more folks travel for business, pleasure, humanitarian reasons, and medical tourism. Clinicians who consistently counsel travelers are well acquainted with the last-minute traveler who would benefit from a travel health ...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Sandal C

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this integrative review was to evaluate the use of text message (TM) reminders to promote timely medical surveillance examinations (MSEs). Notifying employees of scheduled MSE appointments is challenging. Text messaging can be used by occupational health nurses to remind employees of needed examinations...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

authors： Lockhart T,Gillespie GL,Grant V

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wizner, K., Stradtman, L., Novak, D., and Shaffer, R. (2016). Prevalence of respiratory protective devices in U.S. healthcare facilities: implications for emergency preparedness. Workplace Health & Safety, 64(8):359-368. (Original DOI: 10.1177/2165079916657108) Information from the Association of State and Territorial...

journal_title：Workplace health & safety

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更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00